Summer & Fall Semester

Marching band begins before the school year with mini-camps (sectionals) and a multi-day full band camp. Sectionals are required if students are in town, and the students are responsible for arranging transportation to and from sectionals.  The band's continued success is contingent upon what is covered at camp, so students must attend these camps. It should be noted that this band requires after-school rehearsals and most Saturdays during the Fall Semester.   

 To maintain proper balance within the ensemble, students who do not attend band camp or are found to be struggling after band camp will be given a shared position. Try to schedule vacation and other plans during June to avoid schedule conflicts. 

Spring Semester

Marching Band transitions to the indoor bands after the marching season ends.  Symphonic Band and also Jazz Band & Wind Ensemble (by audition).

Parades

Marching band will reassemble for the Veterans Day Parade, Parade of Lights, and Lions Club Parade, all mandatory events. They may perform at other events as well (Homecoming, Independence Day, etc..)

Other

Athletes: GJHS athletes may still participate in marching band and are encouraged to arrive as close to 4 pm to utilize as much after-school rehearsal as possible.

PE Credit: Three consecutive years of marching band can be used to fulfill ½ PE credit towards graduation. PE credit waiver forms may be found in the counseling center, band room, or on the band webpage.

8th Hour Conflicts:  Students unable to enroll in the 8th-hour class due to academic conflicts must register for the 10th-hour class to participate in marching band and receive credit.

Carpool:  A parent-organized Carpool Crew is available for any student who may need a ride to various events

Informational night - May 5th, 2025

All current and prospective marchers should attend this meeting to receive information for the upcoming season.  We will make introductions of staff & the Band Parent supporters, hand out and go over information and announce the show for the upcoming season.  It will be held in the GJHS Library  at 7pm.

Try-it day - May 17th, 2025

Full ensemble (all woodwinds/brass/percussion/color guard) The goal of this day will be for the students to meet everyone, receive the 2025 music (Star-Spangled Banner, Yankee Doodle Boy, show music), try out instruments/equipment, turn in contracts, and begin to try out marching band! Rookies arrive at 8:00 am, and veterans will join at 9:30am. Band parents will provide lunch afterward. Bring your instrument if you can.

Marching-specific instruments will be provided (mellophones, baritones, tubas, drums)

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